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scan0001 Inventor demonstrating a new vacuum-operated servo for motor car brakes.
View original record S/W. Hs. 1383 CWB8/GM/3-12-26. VACUUM OPERATED SERVO FOR MOTOR CAR BRAKES. attached The gentleman whose card is enclosed called at the showrooms this morning and wished to demonstrate a new Vacuum…

scan0002 Stating a lack of interest in testing a vacuum-operated servo for motor car brakes.
View original record W/S. CWB. from Hs/Rm. X383 Hs/Rml/T4.12.26. VACUUM OPERATED SERVO FOR MOTOR CAR BRAKES. With reference to your CWB8/GM/3.12.26. we are not at the moment interested in vacuum brakes and do not think,…

scan0003 Business card for Otto J. Badertscher of the Badertscher Vacuum Brake Co. Ltd. with handwritten notes.
View original record Hotel Cecil. Stück. OTTO J. BADERTSCHER MECH. ENGR. LIC. PRESIDENT AND GENERAL MANAGER BADERTSCHER VACUUM BRAKE CO. LTD. ZURICH SWITZERLAND

scan0004 Policy on cars fitted with non-standard Front Wheel Brakes (F.W.B.).
View original record X1559. [strikethrough]W/O. BJ.[/strikethrough] [strikethrough]HOS.[/strikethrough] [strikethrough]PSF.[/strikethrough] HS. Hm/NRC14/EW19.5.27. Cars with F.W.B. not of R.R. Manufacture. There are a…

scan0005 Letter discussing Bendix brake performance and suggesting the use of harder carbon steel for brake drums.
View original record S/W HS ROLLS-ROYCE OF AMERICA, INC., Springfield, Mass. X.583 OY5.R.101327 X4612 October 13th 1927. X3512 RECEIVED STAMP Mr. F.H.Royce, Rolls-Royce Ltd., London, England. { Copy for attention of Mr.…

scan0006 Letter declining to adopt the 'Sanspareil Hand Brake Lever' after testing, deeming its complexity unjustifiable.
View original record y4456 Exptl: Dept: Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., Derby. [text crossed out] 29th. June 1928. Messrs. B. Smith & Son, Midland Works, Bingley. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 28th.inst. We…

scan0007 Letter from B. Smith & Son requesting a report on the working of their Sanspareil Patent Hand Brake Lever.
View original record X 4456 By TELEGRAMS :- SMITHS, ENGINEERS, BINGLEY. TELEPHONE 145, BINGLEY. CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, PRINCIPAL RAILWAY COMPANYS, INDIAN RAILWAYS. TELEGRAPHIC CODES:- A. B. C. 5TH EDITION.…

scan0008 Despatch of a loaned hand brake lever to Messrs. Smith & Son.
View original record [crossed out text] TaxBx To B.P. from Hs/Rm. c. to Mt. Stores. H4456 Hs/Rm/LG3.7.28. We are sending into the Stores for despatch to Messrs. Smith & Son, Midland Works, Bingley :- 1 Hand Brake Lever…

scan0009 Letter from B. Smith & Son of Bingley regarding the testing of their Sanspareil Hand Brake Lever.
View original record 44456 TELEGRAMS:- SMITHS.ENGINEERS.BINGLEY. TELEPHONE 145.BINGLEY. CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, PRINCIPAL RAILWAY COMPANYS, INDIAN RAILWAYS. TELEGRAPHIC CODES:- A.B.C. 5TH EDITION, WESTERN UNION.…

scan0010 Issues and concerns with non-standard front wheel brakes.
View original record BJ. from R. c. to Hs. BY. c. to DA. Hm. +4456 R5/M21.9.28. FRONT WHEEL BRAKES. X.1559 OTHER THAN OUR STANDARD. X.4456 X.9940 Some firms are fitting 'Silver Ghost' with the above. We should be careful…

scan0011 Letter from Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. requesting an opportunity to demonstrate their 4-wheel brakes.
View original record X.1559 BENDIX-PERROT BRAKES LTD. MECHANICAL BRAKES for AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES CABLES & TELEGRAMS: "BENDIXCORP, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: MIDLAND 4216. EAST 1480 & 1481. STAMP: BENDIX 4 FOR SAFETY BRAKES…

scan0012 Letter to Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. declining a demonstration of their braking system.
View original record K1559 Hs/Rnl/LG. 29th. Sept. 1928. Messrs. Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd., Westwood Road, Witton, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 28th.inst. As you are probably aware, Messrs.…

scan0013 Letter from Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. discussing the supply and fitting of front-wheel brakes for early Rolls-Royce chassis.
View original record X1559 BENDIX-PERROT BRAKES LTD. MECHANICAL BRAKES for AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES CABLES & TELEGRAMS: "BENDIXCORP·BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: MIDLAND 4216 EAST 1480 & 1481. BENDIX 4 BRAKES FOR SAFETY 16. Bennetts…

scan0014 Letter to Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. explaining the refusal to fit front wheel brakes to older Silver Ghost cars without significant alterations.
View original record X1559 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm2/LG. 3rd. Oct. 1928. Messrs. Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd., Westwood Rd., Witton, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 1st. inst. In reply to this we would…

scan0015 Letter from Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. discussing the proposed fitting of their front wheel brakes to the Silver Ghost chassis.
View original record Y1559 BENDIX-PERROT BRAKES LTD. MECHANICAL BRAKES for AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES CABLES & TELEGRAMS: "BENDIXCORP - BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: MIDLAND 4616 EAST 1480 & 1481. BENDIX 4 FOR SAFETY BRAKES 16,…

scan0016 Letter to Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. regarding the non-approval of the Whitehead system for Silver Ghost type cars.
View original record X1559 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rm2/LG. 5th. Oct. 1928. Messrs. The Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd., Westwood Rd., Witton, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, With reference to your letter of the 4th.inst. We beg to state that we…

scan0017 Letter from Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. proposing the installation of their front-wheel brakes on the 'Silver Ghost' chassis.
View original record X153-9 BENDIX-PERROT BRAKES LTD. MECHANICAL BRAKES for AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES CABLES & TELEGRAMS: "BENDIXCORP-BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: EAST 1480 & 1481. [LOGO: BENDIX 4 FOR SAFETY BRAKES] 16, Bennetts Hill…

scan0018 Letter to Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. declining the conversion of Silver Ghost cars to front-wheel brakes.
View original record X 1559 Expl: Dept: Hs/Rnl/LG. 27th. Oct. 1928. Messrs. Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd., Westwood Rd., Witton, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, We are in receipt of your letter of the 25th. inst. for which we thank…

scan0019 Suggesting the fitment of a supplementary Proney brake to allow for low-speed testing of Phantom engines.
View original record To Hy. from Hs. c. to Wor. XL1456 Hs4/LG2.11.28. CHASSIS ENGINE - FROUDE BRAKES. With the present Froude brakes used for testing Phantom engines we cannot reduce the engine speed below 600 r.p.m. For…

scan0020 Inquiry about a new patent brake lever under test, upon which an order for a 40/50 HP Phantom chassis depends.
View original record S/W. Hs. K4456 Cx4/KB.1.10.28. Can you tell me anything about a new patent brake lever which Mr. W. H. Smith of Messrs. B. Smith & Sons, Bingley, Yorks, tells us is now under test at the Works. From…

scan0021 Cover note attaching a copy of a letter sent to Messrs. W.H. Smith.
View original record To Cx. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm1/LG2.10.28. XU456 With reference to Cx4/KB1.10.28. We attach herewith copy of our letter to Messrs. W.H. Smith whiich is self explanatory. Hs/Rm.

scan0022 The state of hydraulic brakes in the U.S.A., including discussions with Lockheed and Chrysler.
View original record X4456, R. From Hs/An. c. to Sg. Mor. c. to R. Da. c. to W. Detroit, February 15th, 1932. HYDRAULIC BRAKES. I spent today trying to find out if the hydraulic brake transmission was gaining or losing…

scan0023 Report comparing a Lockhead brake system to a mechanical system, noting leakage, weight, and efficiency.
View original record -2- the highest temperatures were recorded. There was considerably less trouble from leakage of brake fluid at the shoes than there was of oil from the hub. They found that the Lockhead saved weight,…

scan0024 Letter from Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. regarding sample brake shoes and clutch control.
View original record x4456. BENDIX-PERROT BRAKES LTD. MECHANICAL BRAKES for AUTOMOTIVE VEHICLES CABLES & TELEGRAMS: "BENDIXCORP, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONES: ACOCKS GREEN, 1601-2-3. Kings Road TYSELEY BIRMINGHAM DIRECTORS:…

scan0025 Letter to Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. concerning observations on brake shoes and unsuccessful tests on clutch control plungers.
View original record x 456 Hs/Rm.2/AD. August 12th, 1932. Mr. Herbert Clark, Messrs. Bendix-Perrot Brakes Ltd. Kings Rd. Tyseley, Birmingham. Dear Sir, With reference to your letter of the 11th inst. for which we thank…

scan0026 Letter to Automotive Products Ltd. regarding low efficiency found during tests on a hydraulic brake transmission fitted to a Morris car.
View original record X4456. Hs/Rm.4/KT. Oct. 15th, 1932. Automotive Products Ltd, Brock House, Langham Street, London. W.1. Dear Sirs, We have been making some tests on your hydraulic brake transmission as fitted to a…

scan0027 Letter from Automotive Products Company regarding testing procedures for their Lockheed Hydraulic Braking System.
View original record 84456. CARS & BOATS MOTOR EXHIBITION OCT. 13-22 OLYMPIA OUR STAND No. 251 Gallery THE BRITISH MADE LOCKHEED HYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM Manufacturers and Controllers of European Rights Automotive…

scan0028 Letter to the Automotive Products Company detailing brake system tests carried out on a 1932 Morris Cowley.
View original record X 4456. Hs/Gry.5/KT. Oct. 18th, 1932. Automotive Products Company, Brock House, Langham Street, London. W.1. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter ref. EBB/EA of the 17th inst, and in reply would…

scan0029 Letter from Automotive Products Company discussing the efficiency of their hydraulic braking system and potential mechanical losses.
View original record 84456. THE BRITISH MADE LOCKHEED HYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM E. B. BOUGHTON W. EMMOTT D. T. BROCK Manufacturers and Controllers of European Rights Automotive Products Company Brock House, Langham Street,…

scan0030 Continuation page of a letter from Automotive Products Company.
View original record Continuation No. 2. Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd., 20th. October 1932. Meanwhile, thanking you for your courtesy in giving us the information asked for. We remain, Yours faithfully, AUTOMOTIVE PRODUCTS…

scan0031 Letter from Automotive Products Company regarding a test report on the Lockheed Hydraulic Braking System.
View original record X4456. THE BRITISH MADE LOCKHEED HYDRAULIC BRAKING SYSTEM Telephone LANGHAM 1373 (3 LINES) Telegrams AUTODUCTS LONDON Works LEAMINGTON SPA Manufacturers and Controllers of European Rights Automotive…

scan0032 Progress report on investigations into the working efficiency of the Lockheed hydraulic brake system.
View original record Mr. Boughton Mr. Burdon Mr. Van Vestraut Mr. Rollings Board Room RER/REB. 9.11.32.5. LOCKHEED HYDRAULIC BRAKE CO. LTD. Experimental department. PROGRESS REPORT .. ITEM NO.24. INVESTIGATIONS TO…

scan0033 Progress report on investigations to ascertain the working efficiency of the Lockheed hydraulic brake system.
View original record RER/REB. 9.11.32. - 2 - LOCKHEED HYDRAULIC BRAKE CO. LTD. PROGRESS REPORT .. ITEM NO.24. INVESTIGATIONS TO ASCERTAIN THE WORKING EFFICIENCY OF THE LOCKHEED SYSTEM. Contd.... | Pedal load lbs. |…

scan0034 Schematic of a rig for testing the working efficiency of the Lockheed hydraulic brake system.
View original record F = GOOD FINISH O = ROUGH " G = GROUND " ⊕ = MACHINE ALL OVER FRACTIONAL DIMENSIONS ± .005 UNLESS OTHERWISE STATED. ALL CORNERS FREE FROM FRAISE. ALTERATION NO. PRESSURE GAUGES A B 2 WHEEL CYLINDERS…

scan0035 Letter to The Lockheed Hydraulic Brake Co. Ltd. thanking them for information and confirming their system's efficiency.
View original record X4456 Hs/Rm.4/AD. November 23rd, 1932. The Lockheed Hydraulic Brake Co.Ltd. Brock House, Langham St. London, W.1. For the attention of Mr. Boughton. Dear Sirs, We have to thank you for your letter of…

scan0036 Analysis of hydraulic brake layouts, comparing servo-assisted and direct braking systems.
View original record γ 4456. x40r7. R. From Hs/Gry. c. to Sg. c. to Wor. c. to E. c. to Ey. c. to Da. c. to Hdy. Hs/Gry.1/MA. 21.12.32. HYDRAULIC BRAKES. Da.2/M.7.12.32. With the present brake layout we have found…

scan0037 Lockheed's attempts at an automatic ratchet brake adjustment system and associated specifications.
View original record -2- Ha/Gry.1/MA.21.12.32. Cont'd Lockheed's have also been trying automatic ratchet adjustment but told us that the adjustment must not be made too fine owing to having to allow for drum and shoe…

scan0038 Letter to Lockheed Hydraulic Braking System requesting a spring drive clutch centre for trial.
View original record 8456. Expl. Dept. HS/Gry.8/MA. 21st., December 1932. Lockheed Hydraulic Braking System, Technical Department, Tachbrook Road, Leamington Spa, Warwickshire. For the attention of Mr. Burdon. Dear Sir,…

scan0039 Official order for a spring drive clutch centre from Lockheed Brakes Ltd.
View original record x 4456. O.O. From Hs/Gry. Hs/Gry.9/MA. 21.12.32. We have been in communication with Lockheed Brakes Ltd., Tachbrook Rd., Leamington, and have asked them to send us a spring drive clutch centre to fit…

scan0040 Letter from consulting engineers proposing a new composite steel brake drum and offering to supply an experimental set.
View original record x4656 J. H. PRATT. GILBERT MANLEY. PRATT & MANLEY, CONSULTING ENGINEERS MANUFACTURERS' AGENTS TELEPHONE: MIDLAND 4130. YOUR REF............... OUR REF... WEB. 23, GUILDHALL BUILDINGS, NAVIGATION…

scan0041 Specification for a composite steel brake drum under the Holden & Hunt Patent.
View original record SPECIFICATION OF COMPOSITE STEEL BRAKE DRUM. (Holden & Hunt Patent) [Stamp: RECEIVED 1 E 1938] The rim is made from rolled section of special analysis (.4/.45% carbon) steel, normal strength 40/45…

scan0042 Article detailing a new method for constructing composite steel brake drums.
View original record Reprinted from “The Light Car and Cyclecar,” January 20, 1933. COMPOSITE STEEL BRAKE DRUMS New Method of Construction ALTHOUGH brake design has improved appreciably in recent years, there is still…

scan0043 Letter from Pratt & Manley detailing the test results for a Composite Steel Brake Drum.
View original record X456 J. H. PRATT. GILBERT MANLEY. PRATT & MANLEY, CONSULTING ENGINEERS MANUFACTURERS x AGENTS TELEPHONE: MIDLAND 4130. YOUR REF................ OUR REF...WEB......... 23, GUILDHALL BUILDINGS,…

scan0044 Article detailing a new method for the construction of composite steel brake drums, reprinted from 'The Light Car and Cyclecar' magazine.
View original record Reprinted from “The Light Car and Cyclecar,” January 20, 1933. COMPOSITE STEEL BRAKE DRUMS New Method of Construction ALTHOUGH brake design has improved appreciably in recent years, there is still…

scan0045 Letter to Messrs Pratt & Manley postponing the testing of brake drums for six months.
View original record X.458 Hs/Rr.7/KT. June 16th 1933. Messrs Pratt & Manley, 23, Guildhall Buildings, Navigation Street, B'ham. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of June 15th. We are not in a position to make any…

scan0046 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd following up on a telephone call regarding a Girling Brake.
View original record X4456 TELEGRAMS: "WONDER, BIRMINGHAM" TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 LINES). CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. NEW-HUDSON LTD MOTOR AND GENERAL…

scan0047 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd. requesting an interview to discuss the Girling Brake system.
View original record THE ENGINEERING AND ALLIED EMPLOYERS' NATIONAL FEDERATION 1896 TELEGRAMS: 'WONDER, BIRMINGHAM' TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 Lines). CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, ADMIRALTY, G.P.O.,…

scan0048 Letter from the Experimental Dept. to New-Hudson Ltd. arranging a meeting to see their representative regarding the Girling Brake.
View original record X6456 Experimental Dept. Hs/Gry.7/KT. Oct 27th 1933. New-Hudson Ltd., St. Georges Works, Icknield Street, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, Re. Girling Brake. Replying to your letter of the 26th inst. ref.…

scan0049 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd. confirming a meeting to discuss the Girling Brake.
View original record TELEGRAMS: "WONDER, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 LINES). CODES: A.B.C. 5TH. EDN. BENTLEYS. CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. NEW-HUDSON…

scan0050 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd to Rolls-Royce concerning their Girling Brake system.
View original record x40561. ENGINEERING EMPLOYERS FEDERATION 1896 TELEGRAMS: "WONDER, BIRMINGHAM " TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 LINES). CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS.…

scan0051 The second page of a letter from New-Hudson, Ltd. regarding a contract for Air Screw Hubs.
View original record -Continued. 2. 1st November 1933. We sincerely hope that you will consider this offer, and get into touch with us at your earliest convenience. We may add, that we have an A.I.D. Certificate, and have…

scan0052 Letter to Captain Wilkes of The Rover Motor Car Co. Ltd. expressing interest in testing the Girling Brake system.
View original record X445 Experimental Dept. Hs/Rm. 9/KT. November 3rd 1933. Captain Wilkes, The Rover Motor Car Co. Ltd., Coventry. Dear Capt. Wilkes, We are interested in the Girling Brake and I understand you have…

scan0053 Letter to Messrs New-Hudson Ltd. regarding the trial of the Girling Brake system.
View original record K. 456 Experimental Dept. Hs/Gry.6/KT. November 3rd 1933. Messrs New-Hudson Ltd., St. George's Works, Icknield Street, Birmingham. 18. For the attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, We thank you for the…

scan0054 Performance and features of the Girling Brake system.
View original record Rm GRY x4456. To WGN. from E. E.10/HP.3.11.33. c.c. Hs. Hy. Da. re Girling Brake. I have been over the Girling Brake with Da. and am of the opinion that this mechanism has much to recommend it and…

scan0055 Letter from Pratt & Manley regarding the performance and adoption of composite steel brake drums.
View original record geer6. J. H. PRATT. GILBERT MANLEY. PRATT & MANLEY, CONSULTING ENGINEERS. 23 GUILDHALL BUILDINGS, NAVIGATION STREET, BIRMINGHAM. TELEPHONE: MIDLAND 4130. Your Ref:.. HS/Rm/7/KT Ours. WEB. November…

scan0056 Letter from The Rover Company Ltd. acknowledging receipt of a letter dated November 3rd.
View original record TELEPHONE 8081 (7 LINES). TELEGRAMS: 'ROVER', 'COVENTRY'. x6086 THE ROVER COMPANY LTD. COVENTRY, ENG. November 4th 1933. W.A. Robotham Esq., Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd, Derby. Dear Sir, On behalf of Mr.…

scan0057 Potential of the Girling Brake and a proposed visit to the Rover Co. to learn more.
View original record X556 To E. from Hs/Rm. c. Wor. By. c. Da. Hs/Rm.13/KT.6.11.33. GIRLING BRAKE. Referring to E.10/HP.3.11.33., we agree that the Girling Brake looks most promising. We understand that the Rover Co. have…

scan0058 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd regarding the potential fitting of a Girling Brake to a chassis.
View original record TELEGRAMS: "WONDER, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (2 LINES). CODES: A.B.C. 5TH. EDN. BENTLEYS. CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. NEW-HUDSON…

scan0059 Letter from the Experimental Dept. to Captain Wilkes of The Rover Motor Co. Ltd. confirming a meeting.
View original record X416 Experimental Dept. Hs/Rm.18/KT. November 7th 1933. Captain Wilkes, The Rover Motor Co. Ltd., Coventry. Dear Capt. Wilkes, Confirming our telephone conversation today, Mr.Day and myself will…

scan0060 Letter to The Rover Motor Co. Ltd. regarding information on the Girling Brake and a car trial.
View original record x u s f la Experimental Dept. Hs/Rm.l/KT. November 9th 1933. Captain Wilkes, The Rover Motor Co. Ltd., Coventry. Dear Capt. Wilkes, We should like to take the opportunity for thanking you for the…

scan0061 Visit to the Rover factory to investigate their Girling Brake system.
View original record W/S. To Sg. from Da. c. Wor. E. Hs. He/Hm. BY. HDY. Da.2/HP.9.11.33. Visit to Rovers. Rm. and I visited the Rover Co's factory yesterday. We saw Mr Wilks, Managing Director, and Mr M.Wilks, Chief…

scan0062 Observations on vehicle component performance, including free wheel cams, chassis vibration, and steering systems.
View original record - 2 - Da.2/HP.9.11.33. plating. This they have already tried on their free wheel cam surfaces. The chromium requires the hard surfaces for support and is then very durable. it is said to have a…

scan0063 Visit to Rovers, discussing the Girling Brake, chassis shimmy, and bonnet movement on a 20/25 Trials car.
View original record Hs X4+56 To EH from Sg. Copy to Wor.E.Hs. H/Fm.Br.MBV. Visit to Rovers. Sg1/E14.11.33 I am in receipt of DA.2/HP.9.11.33 relative to the above. I took the opportunity of speaking to Hs. about this…

scan0064 Dissatisfaction with the current brake system and outlining a policy for future development, referencing the Girling Brake and a visit to Rovers.
View original record xourb W/S. To Mr. from E. c. WOF. Hs. Hy. Dv. Hdy. Hs/Rm. E.3/HP.15.11.33. xourb re Girling Brake, and Visit to Rovers. I am replying to your memo Sg.1/E.14.11.33 as being responsible for the design,…

scan0065 Adoption of Girling brake systems and methods to improve chassis rigidity to reduce oscillation.
View original record - 2 - E.3/HP.15.11.33. intention is to make up a trial set from pieces which were available and could be purchased. Thirdly we have adopted the Girling brake scheme as a possible mechanical…

scan0066 Page 3 of a document discussing an investigation into a scheme concerning chassis movement.
View original record - 3 - E.3/HP.15.11.33. ----------------- present due to the movement of the chassis, but we are investigating this scheme to see if we think it is likely to be of value. E.

scan0067 Girling brake, a visit to Rovers, and a solution for oscillation on the 20/25 trials car.
View original record xev176 H3 To E. from Sg. Copy to Wor.Ms.BH. ~~Hbr.Do.Hs/Rms~~ Sg9/EL16.11.33 Re Girling Brake, and Visit to Rovers. I am in receipt of E.3/HP.15.11.33 and am glad to have further information relative…

scan0068 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd offering a free fitting and demonstration of their Girling Universal Brake system.
View original record TELEGRAMS: "WONDER, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 LINES). CODES: A.B.C. 5TH. EDN. BENTLEYS. x4456. CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS.…

scan0069 Advertisement from 'The Autocar' magazine for the New Rover 'Twelve' car, featuring performance data.
View original record ROVER "12" 4 cyl. Saloon - £268 THE NEW ROVER "TWELVE" From The Autocar ROVER TWELVE-FOUR SALOON DATA FOR THE DRIVER 12 h.p., four cylinders, 69 x 100 mm. (1,485 c.c.). Tax 12. Acceleration from…

scan0070 Letter from Desmo Limited regarding a proposed design for a Brake Adjustment cover.
View original record Acc 161 Directors: R. G. RICHARDS. T. E. SELLERS. B. H. WYATT. DESMO LIMITED "Desmo House" STAFFORD STREET, BIRMINGHAM. LONDON DEPOT: 10, GRAPE STREET, SHAFTESBURY AVENUE, W.C.2 SCOTTISH DEPOT: 5,…

scan0071 Letter to Messrs Desmo Ltd. regarding a design modification for brake adjuster covers.
View original record x v Ltr. Experimental Dept. Hs/Lid.9/KT. December 7th 1933. Messrs Desmo Ltd., "Desmo House", Stafford Street, Birmingham. For the attention of Mr.W.Pease. Dear Sirs, We beg to acknowledge with thanks…

scan0072 Letter to Messrs Lake & Elliott Ltd. requesting their opinion on the best rivet to prevent brake drum scoring.
View original record 7456 Experimental Dept. Hs/Rm.21/KT. December 7th 1933. Messrs Lake & Elliott Ltd., Braintree, Essex. Dear Sirs, When your representative called at our works we discussed the question of rivets…

scan0073 Letter from the Experimental Dept. requesting advice on the best type of rivet to prevent the scoring of brake drums.
View original record XJ56 Experimental Dept. Hs/Rm.20/KT. December 7th 1933. E.D. Dalmaine Esq., The British Belting & Asbestos Ltd., 59 Southwark Street, London. S.E.1. Dear Mr.Dalmaine, You will remember that when you…

scan0074 Letter discussing brake drum tests, comparing brass and aluminium rivets, and mentioning patent rivet-less brake shoes.
View original record X44176 TELEGRAMS "LAKE, BRAINTREE" REGISTERED TRADE MARKS "MILLENNIUM" "MIDAS" TELEPHONE N.o 81. BRAINTREE LAKE & ELLIOT LIMITED CASTINGS STEEL & MALLEABLE IRON MADE FROM ELECTRIC FURNACE. GREY IRON.…

scan0075 Letter from supplier Desmo regarding design modifications and tooling costs for brake adjustment covers.
View original record Directors: R. G. RICHARDS. T. E. SELLERS. B. H. WYATT. DESMO LIMITED "Desmo House", STAFFORD STREET, BIRMINGHAM, 4. LONDON DEPOT: 220, SHAFTESBURY AVENUE, W.C.2 Telephone: CENTRAL 6547 (5 Lines) Pte…

scan0076 Letter to Messrs. Desmo Ltd. regarding rubber covers for a brake adjustment mechanism and requesting a quotation.
View original record File X4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Bwg.14/KW. 29th December, 1933. Messrs. Desmo Ltd., Desmo House, Stafford Street, Birmingham 4. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter WR/HMD of the 16th inst. re covers for…

scan0077 Drawing of oil-resisting rubber covers for brake adjusters.
View original record CADMIUM PLATED STEEL SLEEVE. .785" x .485" hole dimensions .6 x .3 R= .825" x .450 hole dimensions DRAWING No: S.K. 104/33. PART: COVERS FOR BRAKE ADJUSTERS MESSRS ROLLS ROYCE LTD. DERBY. MATERIAL:…

scan0078 Letter from consulting engineers regarding the use and adoption of composite steel brake drums by other manufacturers.
View original record J. H. PRATT. GILBERT MANLEY. PRATT & MANLEY, CONSULTING ENGINEERS. 23 GUILDHALL BUILDINGS, NAVIGATION STREET, BIRMINGHAM. TELEPHONE: MIDLAND 4130. Your Ref: HS/Rm7/KT. Ours. WBB. Dec. 29th. 1933.…

scan0079 Letter declining an offer to test composite steel brake drums.
View original record X4456 Hs/Gry.8/KW. 1st January, 1934. Messrs. Pratt & Manley, 23, Guildhall Buildings, Navigation Street, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 29th December. Owing to the urgency…

scan0080 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd proposing a free trial of their Girling Braking System on a chassis.
View original record TELEGRAMS: "WONDER, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 Lines). CODES: A.B.C. 5TH. EDN. BENTLEYS. CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. Handwritten:…

scan0081 Letter to New-Hudson Limited declining to provide a chassis for fitting a Girling Brake System.
View original record x4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.6/KW. 14th February, 1934. Messrs. New-Hudson Limited, St. George's Works, Icknield Street, BIRMINGHAM.18. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 12th inst.,…

scan0082 Letter from Bowden (Engineers) Ltd regarding test results for sample Brake Cable Assemblies.
View original record R.R.D. X1029 ? ORIGINAL PATENTEES AND MANUFACTURERS OF BOWDEN WIRE MECHANISM AND FITTINGS. TELEPHONE : WILLESDEN 2400. THREE LINES. CONTRACTORS TO H. M. ADMIRALTY. H. M. WAR OFFICE. H. M. AIR…

scan0083 Test results graph for T.7 & T.10 outer conduits with an inner member, plotting load (LBS) against displacement (M/M).
View original record T.7. & T.10 OUTER CONDUITS - WITH LUBRICATOR - 2' 8 1/2 OVER END FITTINGS 7/36 x INNER MEMBER 3'-6" LONG OVER END FITTINGS ALL FITTINGS ON ENDS OF OUTER CONDUIT & INNER MEMBER AS GR.5G K.8651 BOWDEN…

scan0084 Graph plotting load in pounds (LBS) against extension in millimeters (M/M) for a conduit and inner member assembly.
View original record LBS. M/M T6 HEAVY OUTER CONDUIT WITH LUBRICATOR - 45 31/32" OVER END FITTINGS 6/36x INNER MEMBER 57 13/16" LONG OVER END FITTINGS. ALL FITTINGS ON ENDS OF OUTER CONDUIT & INNER MEMBER AS GA.66 ISSUED…

scan0085 Graph showing a load test on a heavy outer conduit with an inner member.
View original record ISSUED 13 MAR 1934 DRAWING OFFICE B.E.LTD. BOWDEN (ENGINEERS) LTD, VICTORIA ROAD, WILLESDEN JUNCTION, LONDON, N.W.10. LBS M/M T.G. HEAVY OUTER CONDUIT WITH LUBRICATOR 27 1/4" LONG, OVER END FITTINGS…

scan0086 Performance test graph for an outer conduit and inner member assembly.
View original record 7.7. OUTER CONDUIT - 33 7/16" LONG-WITH LUBRICATOR 7/36 X INNER MEMBER - 42 13/32" LONG ALL FITTINGS ON ENDS OF OUTER CONDUIT & INNER MEMBER AS G.A.69. THESE DIMENSIONS ARE OVER END FITTINGS. TEST BY…

scan0087 Diagram illustrating the layout and operation of a Bowden wire brake system.
View original record PROVISION CAN BE MADE FOR ADJUSTMENT AT THIS POINT IF REQUIRED. OIL PROOF SHEATH OUTER CASING OIL TIGHT FIT IN OUTER WIRE ABUTMENT & OF WIRE TO BE AS NEAR TO & OF KING PIN AS POSSIBLE. SUGGESTED…

scan0088 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd proposing to fit their Girling Braking System to a chassis for free.
View original record QRY X4456 TELEGRAMS: "WONDER, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 LINES). CODES: A.B.C. 5TH. EDN. BENTLEYS. CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS.…

scan0089 Demonstration and the technical workings of Warner electric brakes.
View original record x456 To E. from Da. c. Hs. Warner Electric Brakes. Messrs. Stoddart and Warner came here on Wednesday to demonstrate the Warner electric brake. Mr Stoddart is the representative of Barber and Colman…

scan0090 The control and performance of a braking system on a Commer lorry.
View original record - 2 - former is always rubbing round. They say the loss amounts to about 1-HP. at 100 m.p.h. and the brakes do not run hot. The armature plate is driven without rotational slack, from the brake drum…

scan0091 Letter from Pratt & Manley regarding 'H & H' Composite Steel Brake Drums.
View original record J. H. PRATT. GILBERT MANLEY. PRATT & MANLEY, CONSULTING ENGINEERS. 23 GUILDHALL BUILDINGS, NAVIGATION STREET, BIRMINGHAM. TELEPHONE: MIDLAND 4130. GM/WEB. Oct. 26th. 1934. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd.,…

scan0092 Promotional brochure for Holden & Hunt high tensile steel brake drums and welding services.
View original record HOLDEN & HUNT (PATENT No. 412554.) BRAKE HIGH TENSILE DRUMS for "PEAK-PERFORMANCE" BRAKING RIGIDITY DURABILITY RELIABILITY [Inside Panels] HOLDEN & HUNT HIGH TENSILE STEEL DRUMS Note the saving in…

scan0093 Specification sheet for H&H steel brake drums, detailing materials, construction, and performance tests.
View original record H&H SPECIFICATION, etc. The rim is made from rolled section of special analysis steel (-4/-45% carbon), normal strength 40/50 tons, which can be heat treated to 55/60 tons per sq. in. tensile. This…

scan0094 Letter to Captain Wilks of The Rover Co. Ltd. asking for clarification on the performance and design of Girling brakes.
View original record X4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.27/KW. 12th November,1934. Captain Wilks, The Rover Co.Ltd., COVENTRY. Dear Captain Wilks, I wonder whether you would elucidate various points in connection with Girling…

scan0095 Letter from The Rover Company Ltd responding to questions about Girling Brakes.
View original record TELEPHONE: No 8081 (7 Lines) ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY AND NOT TO INDIVIDUALS London Service Depot SEAGRAVE ROAD . FULHAM . LONDON . S.W.6. Contractors to H.M. Government.…

scan0096 Letter from The Rover Company to Rolls-Royce detailing specifics on brake wedge angles and pull-off springs.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls-Royce Ltd. 13th. Nov. 1934. if it was ever found necessary, from the point of view of this wedge indentation, the core hardness of these pieces could be very materially improved.…

scan0097 Diagram illustrating the spring pressure on Girling brake shoes.
View original record THE ROVER COMPANY LIMITED. 13.11.34. SPRING PRESSURE ON GIRLING BRAKES SHOES. 50 LBS

scan0098 Requesting the dispatch of a loaned wedge back to The Rover Company Ltd.
View original record To D/BP. c. to G/Mt. x4456 Hs/Gry.11/KW.14.11.34. Will you please despatch to-day to The Rover Company Ltd., New Meteor Works, Coventry -- 1 Wedge marked "for the attention of M.C. Wilks Esq." This…

scan0099 Letter to The Rover Company regarding the adjustment and bedding of Girling brakes.
View original record Exptl. Dept. 14th November,1934. Hs/Gry.10/KW. M.C. Wilks, Esq., The Rover Company Ltd., New Meteor Works, COVENTRY. Dear Mr. Wilks, Many thanks for your letter re the Girling brakes. We are returning…

scan0100 Letter from The Rover Company Ltd to Rolls-Royce Ltd discussing brake adjustment and shoe bedding.
View original record THE ROVER COMPANY LTD NEW METEOR WORKS: COVENTRY TELEPHONE: Nº 8081 (7 Lines). ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY AND NOT TO INDIVIDUALS London Service Depot SEAGRAVE ROAD - FULHAM -…

scan0101 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd. proposing the fitment of Girling Brakes to future models.
View original record TELEGRAMS: "WONDER, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 LINES). CODES: A.B.C. 5TH. EDN. BENTLEYS. GRY +4456 CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS.…

scan0102 Letter to New Hudson Ltd. regarding fitting Girling Brakes to an experimental chassis.
View original record 4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.4/KW. 24th November, 1934. Messrs. New Hudson Ltd., St. George's Works, Icknield Street, Birmingham, 18. For the attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your…

scan0103 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd arranging a meeting for Thursday, December 6th at 11 a.m.
View original record TELEGRAMS: "WONDER, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 LINES). CODES: A.B.C. 5TH. EDN. BENTLEYS. GRY CONTRACTORS TO H. M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS.…

scan0104 Letter to New-Hudson Ltd. to arrange a meeting to discuss fitting Girling brakes to a chassis.
View original record x4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.14/KW. 29th November, 1934. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., St. George's Works, Icknield Street, Birmingham, 18. For the attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your…

scan0105 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd confirming a rescheduled meeting and discussing a future demonstration of a Lagonda car.
View original record TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS x445b REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0106 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd concerning the fitting and testing of Girling Brakes on a Bentley chassis.
View original record TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A. B. C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0107 Letter to Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd. regarding a 'Shoe and Expander set-up' and axle tests.
View original record 16656 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rn.12/KW. 8th December, 1934. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., Icknield Street, Birmingham 18. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of December 7th. As soon as we have received the…

scan0108 Discussion on brake system inefficiencies with the Girling Brake company.
View original record X4456 To Da. from Hs/Rm. Hs/Rm.3/KW.8.12.34. We had an interesting discussion with the Girling Brake people yesterday. It was unfortunate that you could not be there. We hand you herewith some prints…

scan0109 Letter from consulting engineers Pratt & Manley regarding the features and benefits of their composite steel brake drum.
View original record J. H. PRATT. GILBERT MANLEY. PRATT & MANLEY, CONSULTING ENGINEERS. 23 GUILDHALL BUILDINGS, NAVIGATION STREET, BIRMINGHAM. TELEPHONE: MIDLAND 4130. GM/WEB. December 8th. 1934. Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd.,…

scan0110 Letter to Messrs. Pratt & Manley regarding the New Hudson Company's Girling Brake layout for a Bentley.
View original record x4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.10/KW. 10th December, 1934. Messrs. Pratt & Manley, 23, Guildhall Buildings, Navigation Street, Birmingham. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of December 8th. We presume…

scan0111 Arrangements to fit a set of Girling brakes to a Bentley car.
View original record 4456 To RHC. Hs/Rm.1/KW.10.12.34. Girling Brakes. We are arranging with the Girling people for them to fit a set of brakes to one of our Bentley cars. In order that we may cut down the time during…

scan0112 Promotional brochure for Holden & Hunt High Tensile Steel Brake Drums.
View original record HOLDEN & HUNT HIGH TENSILE STEEL DRUMS Note the saving in width between the H. & H. High Tensile Steel-Drum- and the ordinary -pressed drums.- The Holden and Hunt Patent Brake Drum has been designed…

scan0113 Specification and promotional document for H&H Steel Brake Drums, detailing materials, construction, and performance.
View original record H&H SPECIFICATION, etc. The rim is made from rolled section of special analysis steel (-4/-45% carbon), normal strength 40/50 tons, which can be heat treated to 55/60 tons per sq. in. tensile. This…

scan0114 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd confirming the despatch of a model Girling Brake shoe and expander set-up for testing.
View original record TELEGRAMS: "WONDER, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 LINES). CODES: A.B.C. 5TH. EDN. BENTLEYS. CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS. NEW-HUDSON…

scan0115 Loan of Bentley axle parts to New-Hudson Ltd. for fitting with Girling design brakes.
View original record X44576 To D/BP. from RHC. Cy. G/Int. o. Roy. o. Hs/Rm. RHC.3/MS17.12.34. Re: Girling Brakes. We are sending into the Despatch Stores the following parts:- 1 - Bentley Rear Axle (less Gears) to LOP.…

scan0116 Letter to New-Hudson Ltd. regarding the despatch of a complete Bentley front and rear axle assembly.
View original record x4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.7/KW. 18th December, 1934. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., Icknield Street, Birmingham 18. For the attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 13th…

scan0117 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd. confirming arrangements to receive a complete front and rear axle assembly for a Bentley car.
View original record TELEGRAMS: "WONDER, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 LINES). CODES: A.B.C. 5TH. EDN. BENTLEYS. X4456 CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS.…

scan0118 Letter to Rover regarding Girling brake shudder and arrangements for a car delivery.
View original record x4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rn.13/KW. 19th December, 1934. Captain Wilks, Managing Director, The Rover Motor Car Company, COVENTRY. Dear Captain Wilks, We are getting rather interested in the Girling Brake.…

scan0119 Letter from The Rover Company Ltd concerning brake shudder on Girling Brakes.
View original record TELEPHONE: No 8081 (7 Lines) ALL COMMUNICATIONS TO BE ADDRESSED TO THE COMPANY AND NOT TO INDIVIDUALS London Service Depot SEAGRAVE ROAD - FULHAM - LONDON - S.W.6. Contractors to H.M. Government.…

scan0120 Letter to The Rover Company confirming interest in the frequency of a 'grunt or groan' on a 12 HP car.
View original record x4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.21/KW. 27th December, 1934. M.C. Wilks Esq., Experimental Engineer, The Rover Company Ltd., New Meteor Works, Coventry. Dear Mr. Wilks, Thank you for your letter of the 20th…

scan0121 Letter detailing the results of efficiency experiments on a submitted Girling brake sample.
View original record 4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/AFM.1/RW. 29th December, 1934. The New-Hudson Co.Ltd., St. George's Works, Icknield Street, Birmingham 18. For the attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, Re Girling Brake Sample…

scan0122 Letter requesting clarification on the expected amount of 'sponge' in the Girling system.
View original record -2- Hs/AFM.1/KW. 29.12.34. We were under the impression that the Girling system was remarkably free from "sponge", so perhaps you would tell us if this amount is what you would expect. We do not think…

scan0123 Request for 'sponge' measurements on a Girling Brake drum for a Bentley.
View original record x4456 To RHC. Hs/AFM.3/KW. 2.1.35. We wish to make some "sponge" measurements on the Girling Brake that is at present in the shop. Will you please have this bedded in to suit a Bentley front wheel…

scan0124 The mechanical efficiency of Girling Cams compared to Bentley cams in brake systems.
View original record +4456 EXPERIMENTAL DEPARTMENT REPORT. REFERENCE :- HB/AFM.16/KW.3.1.35. Subject of Report:- Mechanical Efficiency of Brake System Components - Girling Cams. General Conclusions :- That Girling Cams…

scan0125 Comparing the mechanical efficiency of Girling and Bentley brake system cams.
View original record To E. from HA/AFM. c.c. to WGR. c.c. to Ey. c.c. to Da. Mechanical Efficiency of Brake System Components - Girling Cams. Further to our memo, Ha/AFM.4/KW.21.12.34, we are now in a position to supply…

scan0126 Discrepancy between a 'sponge' figure and other clearance/travel figures.
View original record -2- It will probably be felt that the "sponge" figure of 43 thousandths should not be comparable with the clearance figure of 47 thousandths or the remaining travel figure of 35 thousandths. This…

scan0127 Graph showing the efficiency and movement of Girling Cams under varying loads.
View original record PERCENTAGE EFFICIENCY EFFICIENCY CURVE EFFICIENCY OF GIRLING CAMS READINGS TAKEN WITH BRAKE DRUM IN POSITION. MOVEMENT - THOUSANDTHS OF AN INCH INDICATING CLOCK FIXED AT A RADIUS OF 7 1/2" FROM SHOE…

scan0128 Graph comparing the efficiency curves of Girling cams and Bentley cams.
View original record Y-axis: PERCENTAGE EFFICIENCY, 40, 50, 60, 70, 80, 90, 100 X-axis: LOAD - LBS, 0, 50, 100, 200, 300, 400, 500 Title: COMPARISON OF EFFICIENCY OF GIRLING CAMS. & BENTLEY CAMS. Curve 1: GIRLING…

scan0129 Blueprint graph showing efficiency and movement tests for Girling Brakes under load.
View original record PERCENTAGE EFFICIENCY 100 90 80 70 EFFICIENCY GIRLING BRAKES BRAKE SHOES WORKING AGAINST SPRING LOADED CLAMP MOVEMENT - THOUSANDTHS OF AN INCH 125 100 75 50 25 0 LOAD - lbs 0 20 120 220 320 420 12

scan0130 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd regarding the test results and analysis of a Girling brake sample.
View original record TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS NEW-HUDSON LTD…

scan0131 Letter discussing brake shoe and drum clearances, and brake pedal feel.
View original record - 2 - - continued 3rd January 1935. between drum and shoe, we are fully in agreement with this, if aluminium shoes and a wire loaded lining are used. We have found that with steel shoes and…

scan0132 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd. regarding the modification of a front and rear axle assembly and the fitting of a GIRLING BRAKING System.
View original record GRX Please send the drawings R TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A. B. C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE,…

scan0133 Letter to New-Hudson Ltd. agreeing to alter front and rear axle components and forward the relevant drawings.
View original record x4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.12/KW. 5th January, 1938. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., Icknield Street, Birmingham, 18. For the attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, Replying to your letter of the 3rd January, we…

scan0134 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd. regarding alterations to the front axle beam and rear axle tubes.
View original record TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS NEW-HUDSON LTD…

scan0135 Letter to Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd. sending an Arrangement Drawing of the Bentley Rear Hub.
View original record Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.8/KW. 10th January, 1935. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., Icknield St., Birmingham 18. For the attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 8th inst., and as…

scan0136 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd acknowledging receipt of an arrangement drawing for a Bentley Rear Hub.
View original record X4456 TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A. B. C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0137 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd regarding the General Arrangement of Girling Brakes.
View original record GRY. Any comments please TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A. B. C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O. COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0138 Letter to Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd. providing feedback on a Girling Brake layout for a Bentley chassis.
View original record x4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.8/KW. 22nd January, 1935. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., Icknield Street, Birmingham 18. For the attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 21st inst.,…

scan0139 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd responding to feedback on the design and features of the Girling Universal Brake.
View original record X4656 TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0140 The concluding page of a letter from the Works Manager of New Hudson Ltd.
View original record - 2 - - continued 24th January 1935. have tested same, that you would be surprised with the results. Many thanks. Yours faithfully, for NEW HUDSON LTD., Alec Fraser WORKS MANAGER.

scan0141 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd. regarding the completion and fitting of Girling Brakes.
View original record TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O. COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS…

scan0142 Letter to New-Hudson Ltd. concerning axles for an experimental chassis, brake linkage, and test purposes.
View original record x4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.22/KW. 6th February, 1935. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., Icknield Street, Birmingham 18. For the attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 5th…

scan0143 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd regarding fitting the Girling Universal Brake to a chassis.
View original record TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0144 Letter to Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd. requesting component weights and details about a new brake design.
View original record X4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.14/KW. 12th February, 1935. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., Icknield Street, Birmingham 18. For the attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 8th…

scan0145 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd regarding a delay with brake drums due to a flaw, and refuting claims about a new brake design.
View original record +4456 TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0146 List of approximate weights for Bentley brake parts from New-Hudson Ltd.
View original record TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0147 Calculations for front and rear brake lever ratios for a Girling System on a 3-B-IV model.
View original record 24456 HE/AFM.14/KW.11.3.35. Girling System for 3-B-IV. The present ratio of levers from foot pedal to one shoe is Front 17.5 Rear 20.5 Owing to the greater efficiency of Girling brakes it is estimated…

scan0148 Recommendations for foot and hand brake connections and modifications.
View original record -2- Hs/AFM.14/KW.11.3.35. Recommendations for Foot Brake Connections. Rear. Pin foot brake equaliser shaft solid and remove output lever on o.s. of car. Connect up n.s. output lever as usual.…

scan0149 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd requesting a chassis to fit the Girling Universal Brake.
View original record TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0150 Letter to New-Hudson Ltd. regarding the fitting of a Girling axle to a car.
View original record X4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Rm.10/KW. 14th March, 1935. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., Icknield Street, Birmingham 18. For the attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 11th March. We…

scan0151 The layout and development work on Girling Brakes for the 3-B-IV.
View original record X4456 To E. from Hs/Rn. c. to Wor. c. to By. Hs/Rn.17/KW.30.3.35. Girling Brakes. Herewith is the layout we are at present using in conjunction with the Girling brakes on 3-B-IV. We are carrying out…

scan0152 Scheme for adapting a Bentley 3B IV to Girling brakes on the rear axle.
View original record HS/1836., EXISTING PEDAL & SERVO MECHANISM REMAIN UNALTERED., NEW, EXISTING ROD CUT DOWN TO SUIT NEW FORK., DIFFERENTIAL TO BE PINNED SOLID., EXISTING LEVERS & TIE ROD., THIS FORK & PIN TO BE A SLOPPY…

scan0153 Blueprint for the adaption of Bentley 3 B IV to Girling brakes on the front axle.
View original record HS. 1837 TO BRAKE NS. SERVO ARM. 6.5" 1.75" THE ONLY ALTERATION DEMANDED BY THIS SCHEME IS THE RE-DRILLING OF 2.6" CCS. LEVER TO 2.1" CENTRES. BRAKE ROPES MADE TO SUIT AFTER FITTING AXLE. BRAKE ROPE.…

scan0154 Invitation to discuss issues experienced with the Girling brake layout on a Bentley chassis.
View original record x4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.2/KW. 1st April,1935. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., Icknield Street, Birmingham 18. For the attention of Mr. Fraser. Dear Sirs, We should be glad if you could pay us a visit on…

scan0155 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd confirming a meeting to discuss the Girling layout on a Bentley chassis.
View original record TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0156 Arrangement of rear brake for a 3 1/2 Litre B.E.N. model.
View original record BY L.A. 16 . 1 . 35 ARRANGEMENT OF REAR BRAKE (3 1/2 LITRE B.E.N.) NEW HUDSON LTD. BIRMINGHAM 21 JAN 1935 NEW HUDSON LTD. BIRMINGHAM GA/G 218

scan0157 Blueprint showing the arrangement of a front brake for a 3 1/2 litre B.E.N. vehicle.
View original record NEW HUDSON LTD. BIRMINGHAM. DATE 27 JAN 1935. ARRANGEMENT OF FRONT BRAKE. (3 1/2 LITRE B.E.N.). NEW HUDSON LTD. BIRMINGHAM. GA/G 220. CH. 17.6.35.

scan0158 Schematic for the adaption of a Bentley 3B IV to Girling brakes on the rear axle.
View original record HS/1836. EXISTING PEDAL & SERVO MECHANISM REMAIN UNALTERED. NEW NEW EXISTING ROD CUT DOWN TO SUIT NEW FORK. EXISTING LEVERS & TIE ROD. DIFFERENTIAL TO BE PINNED SOLID. NEW THIS FORK & PIN TO BE A…

scan0159 Blueprint for the adaptation of Bentley 3 B IV to Girling brakes on the front axle.
View original record HS. 1837 SERVO ARM. 6.5" TO BRAKE NS. 2.1" 1.75" THE ONLY ALTERATION DEMANDED BY THIS SCHEME IS THE RE-DRILLING OF 2.6" CCS. LEVER TO 2.1" CENTRES. BRAKE ROPES MADE TO SUIT AFTER FITTING AXLE. 2.7"…

scan0160 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd concerning the supply and testing of B Z brake linings for Girling Universal Brakes.
View original record GRY. 44656 TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN, BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0161 Advice note from New-Hudson Ltd for a set of 12' steel shoes for parking brakes.
View original record TELEGRAMS: "WONDER, BIRMINGHAM." TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (5 LINES) ADVICE NOTE. CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G. P. O. COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS NEW-HUDSON LTD MOTOR AND GENERAL…

scan0162 Letter to New-Hudson Ltd. regarding brake 'fade' and 'sponge' issues on a Bentley, requesting modified parts for further testing.
View original record +4456 Exptl. Dept. HS/AFM.9/KW. 13th April, 1935. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., Icknield Street, Birmingham 18. For the attention of Mr. Frazer. Dear Sirs, We have fitted the new shoes you sent us to our…

scan0163 Letter from Ferodo Ltd. to New Hudson Ltd. detailing the examination of brake shoes and linings.
View original record Copy of letter received from Messrs. Ferodo Ltd., 198, Corporation Street, Birmingham. 4. WES/EN. 13th April 1935. Messrs. New Hudson Ltd., St. Georges Works, Icknield Street, BIRMINGHAM. Dear Sirs,…

scan0164 Page 2 of a copy of a letter received from Ferodo Limited.
View original record - 2 - Copy of letter received from Ferodo. Cont'd. We will immediately pass on their report to you, when it is received by us. Yours faithfully, p.p. FERODO LIMITED. (Signed) W. E. Shilton. Technical…

scan0165 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd to Rolls Royce regarding brake performance issues and suggested improvements.
View original record GRY TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0166 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd. regarding puzzling returned brake shoes with M.R. linings.
View original record Copy X4456 TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS…

scan0167 Difficulties and solutions discussed with E.R.A's concerning their Girling brake layout.
View original record X4456 To E. c.c. to Da. c.c. to By. c.c. to Hdy. Hs/Gry.2/KW.29.4.35. Girling Brakes. We have been able to have a further discussion with Berthon of E.R.A's on their Girling brake layout. The…

scan0168 Letter to New-Hudson Ltd. concerning Girling brake tests, discussing results, issues with locking, and suggestions for future testing.
View original record x4456 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.5/KW. 3rd May, 1935. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., Icknield St., Birmingham 18. For the attention of Mr. Frazer. Dear Sirs, Thank you for your letter of the 18th. As regards…

scan0169 Letter discussing brake drum weight and servo system advantages.
View original record -2- Hs/Gry.5/KW.3.5.35. should be incorporated if you decided to build a further set for us to try in place of the present layout. We hope you appreciate that the drum weight question is serious. If a…

scan0170 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd concerning the supply of a front drum and hub plate for the Girling Universal Brake.
View original record TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A. B. C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0171 Concluding page of a letter from New Hudson Ltd.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., 3rd May 1935. Thanking you, We remain, Yours faithfully, for NEW HUDSON LTD., [Signature] WORKS MANAGER.

scan0172 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd discussing brake specifications, pedal travel, and chassis modifications.
View original record TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN…

scan0173 Letter from New Hudson Ltd. concerning brake linings and drum weights for an E.R.A. racing car.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., 9th May 1935. mention if it was the E.R.A. Racing car, this was definitely due to new wire woven linings fitted to electron shoes and raced with insufficient clearance.…

scan0174 Letter to New-Hudson Ltd. concerning the postponement of further tests on Girling brakes.
View original record x6432 Exptl. Dept. Hs/Gry.9/KW. 11th May, 1935. Messrs. New-Hudson Ltd., Icknield St., Birmingham, 18. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 9th inst. At the moment we are not willing to put…

scan0175 Proposal from New-Hudson Ltd to test their Girling Universal Brake on a Rolls-Royce experimental chassis.
View original record GRY See me please P TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT, WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL…

scan0176 Concluding page of a letter from New Hudson Ltd.
View original record - 2 - Messrs. Rolls Royce Ltd., 25th June 1935. With many thanks. Yours faithfully, for NEW HUDSON LTD., Alle Myrass WORKS MANAGER.

scan0177 Letter to New-Hudson Limited regarding a special axle beam and trials of Girling brakes.
View original record X1029 Exptl. Dept. Ha/Gry.16/KW. 2nd July, 1935. Messrs. New-Hudson Limited, Icknield Street, BIRMINGHAM 18. For the attention of Mr. Frazer. Dear Sirs, We thank you for your letter of the 25th June.…

scan0178 Invitation from New-Hudson Ltd to visit their stand at the Motor Exhibition at Olympia.
View original record MOTOR EXHIBITION CARS & BOATS OCT. 17-26 OLYMPIA OUR STAND Nº 545 EMPIRE HALL X1029 BIRMINGHAM RAL 0321 (6 LINES) EDN. BENTLEYS REGISTERED TRADE MARK CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O.,…

scan0179 New automatic brake adjustment system and recommending its trial on the Spectre model.
View original record X1029 To E. c. to Wor. c. to Da. c. to Hy. c. to Rdy. c. to By/KW. Hs/Gry.7/KW.16.10.35. Automatic Brake Adjustment. On a recent visit to Ferodo we were able to see the automatic brake adjustment used…

scan0180 Blueprint showing an automatic brake adjustment mechanism.
View original record RACK ATTACHED BY LEAF SPRING TO CARRIER PLATE. AUTOMATIC BRAKE ADJUSTMENT. ROLLS-ROYCE, LTD PRINT ROOM OCT 17 1935 DERBY

scan0181 Letter from Ferodo Limited regarding an automatic brake adjustment apparatus, S.5805 trial sets, and RAD.5 crank-shaft dampers.
View original record x1029 ? All Communications to be addressed to the Company FERODO LIMITED TELEPHONE: 19 CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH (4 LINES) TELEGRAMS: FRICTION, PHONE, CHAPEL-EN-LE-FRITH. FERODO REGD. TRADE MARK BRAKE &…

scan0182 Requesting an order for a Bendix Brake Press-O-meter for the Experimental Department.
View original record X1029 To Roy. Will you please order for the Experimental Dept. 1. Bendix Brake Press-O-meter, as described on page 461 of "Automotive Industries" of October 5th. We do not know whether this yet exists…

scan0183 Visit from Transport Brakes Limited regarding their special TBL Friction lining material and enclosed performance test charts.
View original record X1029 Rm To Hs. From ROY. c. to Hs/RM c. to E/Da ROY2/MG22.11.35 Last September we had a visit from a Mr. Burton, representing Transport Brakes Limited, who make big claims for the special Brake Shoes…

scan0184 Letter from New-Hudson Ltd. offering to supply Girling braking systems for 1937 productions.
View original record X1029 TELEGRAMS: WONDER, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: CENTRAL 0321 (6 LINES) CODES: A.B.C. 5TH EDN. BENTLEYS CONTRACTORS TO H.M. GOVERNMENT WAR OFFICE, G.P.O., COLONIAL AND FOREIGN GOVERNMENTS NEW-HUDSON LTD…

scan0185 Letter to Roy declining to test new brake materials from Transport Brakes Limited.
View original record To Roy. X1029 Hs/AFM.16/KW.28.11.35. Transport Brakes Limited. We return herewith charts and letter by your request. We have examined these graphs carefully, and our opinion is that neither of these…

scan0186 Letter from Bendix Ltd. enclosing booklets on their latest brake and auto control systems.
View original record X1029 CABLES & TELEGRAMS: BENDIXCORP, BIRMINGHAM BENDIX L I M I T E D DIRECTORS: J.A.THOMSON A.B.WARING F.A.STANTON, U.S.A. TYSELEY, BIRMINGHAM TELEPHONE: ACOCKS GREEN 1601-2-3-4 December 12th 1935…

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